Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] {Lateral}

Pailan College of Management and Technology (PCMT), Kolkata, offers a 3-year full-time B.Tech Lateral Entry programme in 4 branches: Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), and Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE). Affiliated to MAKAUT and AICTE-approved, the programme admits diploma holders directly into the second year of B.Tech at Joka, South Kolkata. The total course fee is INR 1,90,000 for all branches. Admission is through JELET 2026, conducted by WBJEEB.

B.Tech Lateral Entry admissions at PCMT for 2026-27 are in progress. The JELET 2026 application window closed on April 11, 2026, and the examination is scheduled for June 13, 2026. WBJEEB centralized counselling for seat allotment is expected from October to December 2026.

Key Points

• 3-year B.Tech Lateral Entry in 4 branches: Civil, CSE, EEE, and ECE; MAKAUT-affiliated and AICTE-approved
• Uniform total course fee INR 1,90,000 for all branches, payable in yearly instalments
• Admission exclusively through JELET 2026 (June 13, 2026) via WBJEEB centralized counselling
• Eligibility: Diploma in Engineering with 45 percent aggregate, or B.Sc degree with Mathematics at 10+2 level
• West Bengal government scholarships available for eligible students after admission

PCMT B.Tech Lateral Fees 2026

B.Tech Lateral Entry Fee Structure

• The programme is 3 years in duration covering the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year of the B.Tech degree. Fees may be paid in yearly instalments.
• Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.

PCMT B.Tech Lateral Admission 2026

Important Dates

• All 4 lateral entry branches at PCMT follow the same JELET-based admission timeline through WBJEEB centralized counselling.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Entrance Exam Dates

Eligibility Criteria

• Diploma in Engineering or Technology from an AICTE-approved polytechnic in a relevant stream with minimum 45 percent aggregate marks
• Alternatively, a B.Sc degree from a UGC-recognised university with minimum 45 percent marks and Mathematics studied at the 10+2 level
• SC, ST, OBC-A, OBC-B, and PwD candidates are eligible with 40 percent aggregate as per West Bengal government norms
• A valid JELET 2026 rank is mandatory for WBJEEB lateral entry counselling eligibility

Admission Process

• Register on the WBJEEB portal and apply for JELET 2026, then appear in the examination on June 13, 2026
• Check the JELET result (expected August 2026) on the WBJEEB portal and note rank and category
• Register for WBJEEB centralized lateral entry counselling (October 2026), fill in college and branch preferences including PCMT, and lock choices before the deadline
• Accept the WBJEEB seat allotment for PCMT and report to the college within the notified window
• Submit original documents: diploma or degree certificate, JELET scorecard, 10+2 marksheet, caste certificate if applicable, and passport-size photographs
• Pay the B.Tech lateral entry fees at the college accounts office and complete MAKAUT enrolment formalities to begin second-year classes

PCMT B.Tech Lateral Scholarships 2026

Available Scholarships

• Government scholarships are applied for through the West Bengal e-District or Oasis portal after admission.
• The WB Student Credit Card Scheme is an education loan and must be repaid as per West Bengal government repayment schedules.

PCMT B.Tech Lateral FAQs

Ques. Can a B.Sc graduate in Physics or Chemistry apply for B.Tech Lateral Entry at PCMT?

Ans. B.Sc graduates are eligible for B.Tech Lateral Entry at PCMT provided they have studied Mathematics as a compulsory subject at the 10+2 (HSC) level and hold a minimum of 45 percent marks in the B.Sc degree from a UGC-recognised university. B.Sc graduates without Mathematics at 10+2 are not eligible regardless of their degree marks. The B.Sc route is an alternative to the Diploma in Engineering route, not a replacement for the PCM requirement.

Ques. After completing B.Tech Lateral Entry at PCMT, will my degree be valid for government jobs and M.Tech admissions?

Ans. Yes. The B.Tech Lateral Entry degree awarded by MAKAUT is equivalent to the regular 4-year B.Tech degree for purposes of employment and higher education. Graduates can appear for GATE and apply for M.Tech programmes at MAKAUT-affiliated institutions. For government jobs and PSU recruitment, the MAKAUT B.Tech degree is recognized. Candidates should verify the specific eligibility clauses in individual government job notifications, as some posts require regular 4-year B.Tech degrees without a lateral entry route.

Ques. Is JELET 2026 registration still open and what documents are required?

Ans. The JELET 2026 application window closed on April 11, 2026. The examination is scheduled for June 13, 2026. Candidates who have already registered can download their admit card from the WBJEEB portal. Students who missed the JELET 2026 registration window will need to wait for the next academic cycle. Required documents during registration typically include diploma or degree marksheets, 10+2 certificate, caste certificate if applicable, and a valid photo identity proof.

Ques. What diploma branches are eligible for B.Tech Lateral CSE at PCMT?

Ans. For B.Tech Lateral Entry in Computer Science and Engineering at PCMT, the qualifying diploma should typically be in Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Applications, or an allied computing stream from an AICTE-approved polytechnic. Diploma holders in Electronics or Electrical streams may also be considered depending on WBJEEB’s branch eligibility matrix. Students should verify the exact permitted diploma branches in the official JELET 2026 information brochure on the WBJEEB website before applying.

Ques. Does completing B.Tech Lateral Entry at PCMT qualify me for campus placements alongside regular B.Tech students?

Ans. B.Tech Lateral Entry students at MAKAUT-affiliated colleges are enrolled in the same MAKAUT B.Tech degree programme as regular students, and are generally eligible to participate in campus placement activities. For PCMT-specific placement support and whether lateral entry students are included in the placement cell activities, students should confirm directly with the Training and Placement Office at PCMT before taking admission.

Ques. What is the difference between a regular B.Tech and B.Tech Lateral Entry at PCMT in terms of curriculum?

Ans. The B.Tech Lateral Entry programme skips the first year of the 4-year B.Tech and begins directly at second year. As a result, students do not study first-year foundation subjects such as Engineering Mathematics 1, Engineering Physics, and the introductory drawing and workshop courses. From the second year onward, the curriculum is identical to regular B.Tech students. The 3-year lateral degree carries the same academic value as the regular 4-year B.Tech from MAKAUT.